2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 282 kg more than 2000 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Durango | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
